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    Franken-Tahoe? Found for sale in Brazil, not sure what it is... or was

    I was perusing the GMT400s for sale in Brazil and I stumbled across this... thing. It looks like either... - a Tahoe with the back chopped-off behind the seats and a bed grafted on, or - a standard-cab shortbed with an aftermarket cab extension GM Brazil AFAIK only offered the GMT400 in...
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    383SB or 400SB retro into a L31 1998 Suburban

    I've had a plan on slow simmer to build a 383SB to swap in place of the Suburban's L31. The project's underway, as it has been for... 3yrs maybe. A machine shop in Saginaw has the block (from a treasureyard donor L31), crank (new), rods (5.7" H-beam), and pistons. There's also the heads and...
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    Arteb Headlights / Taillights End-of-Life (?)

    Carlos was talking with our Arteb jobber today and the jobber passed this along to him: "Arteb also warned that the next batch manufactured will be the last." I don't know what to make of this... maybe it's simply rumor, maybe it's the truth. I for one have always wondered why Arteb was still...
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    Delphi Electronic Variable Orifice (EVO) - Slicksheet

    I was rummaging through some old computer files and I found this Delphi Electronic Variable Orifice ("EVO") 2-page slicksheet with copyright date 2005. I thought someone here may find it interesting, since many GMT400s were equipped with EVO. (edit) I also found an interesting explanation of...
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    APC diamond headlight assembly NIB Chevy/GMC 88-98 C/K, 92-99 Suburb/Tahoe/Yukon

    I've got a pair of these APC "diamond" compound reflector headlights for sale. They're NIB and they come with bulbs installed. I'm thinking $60(?) for the pair. Buyer pays shipping. I'll ship cheapest possible, or as requested by buyer. The box weights 6.5#, dimensions 16" x 16" x 10"...
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    Coefficient of drag as a function of vehicle profile

    I stumbled upon this graph which illustrates the coefficient of drag as a function of vehicle profile, at least in crude terms. The utility body style is illustrated, but the pickup-truck body style isn't. No real surprises here. Crappy front end design means there's less Cd sensitivity to the...
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    GM "low-drag" calipers - A discussion on JalopyJournal.com

    I stumbled upon this discussion about the GM low-drag calipers on the JalopyJournal website. I know most on GMT400 understand the low-drag calipers and their corresponding quick-take-up master cylinders, but for everyone this may be interesting and possibly useful reading. The various posts...
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    Arteb Owners Map - US (GMT400 OEM headlights GM Brazil)

    I created a map of the US highlighting the locations where Arteb headlights or taillights have been delivered, noting each location by placing the Arteb logo there I may update the map from time to time and repost. Some buyers have bought multiple pairs, so the number of locations shown...
  9. 1998_K1500_Sub

    Old square car hauler

    Saw this old beauty in Republic, OH this evening as we drove through. What year did GM use the four headlight system? I’m reminded of @BigRedOne’s ride https://www.gmt400.com/threads/idles-high-after-being-in-gear.56853/post-1227650
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    Brake rotors - different weights for those from different vendors / product tiers

    I made mention earlier [1] of how the brake rotors from different vendors / product tiers can weigh MUCH differently, but I didn't have my notes handy write I wrote that post. I couldn't quote my findings. Today I found my notes. This topic is worth a new thread IMHO. Background: I had had...
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    1995 GMC C2500 ECLB on the lot Amboy IL

    I've been cruising through Amboy (IL) recently and this 1995 GMC C2500 showed up on a dealer lot. I stopped today and took some pictures. The VIN is 1GTGC29K4SE502544 which decodes to a 5.7L C2500. The AC condenser looks new, the muffer and tail pipes look new. The sills on the bed have...
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    Sunex 3-ton floor jack leaks - Rebuild? If so, how? Or toss and replace... but with what?

    We've got a NAPA 3T floor jack p/n 520-3003 which appears to have been mfg'd by Sunex (pix attached). We've had it... jeez, 20-25yrs maybe. Lately it's started leaking oil and so it won't lift to full height. Of course we put more oil in it but it leaked out in no time. Has anyone rebuilt...
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    OEM composite headlights NEW GMT400 - GM Brazil - Arteb - E-code - Export

    OEM GM Brazil composite headlight assemblies for the GMT400 are now available. Still produced in Brazil by OE manufacturer Arteb, these new, complete assemblies can be delivered to the US or elsewhere, shipped directly from Brazil. The Arteb OE assembly is in effect the export composite...
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    Acquiring Arteb Brazil GMT400 taillights

    Arteb was the OEM provider to GM Brazil for GMT400 headlights and taillights. Arteb continues to manufacture and distribute replacements which can be purchased through various automotive parts retailers in the Brazil market. The Arteb taillight for the GMT400 will be the subject of this...
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    K1500 w/ABS front brake splash guards

    I see these front brake splash guards on eBay, for the ABS-equipped GMT400s. These aren't easy to find in the northern states. They're no longer available new. https://www.ebay.com/itm/363717992898
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    Arteb Brazil GMT400 headlight users thread

    This thread is for the users of the GM Brazil / Arteb reflectors to post their experiences. Topics are, at least: - installation / integral drain tubes / lubrication of aim adjusters - aiming - HB3/HB4 bulb selection - related modifications (4-high) - use of integral "driving light" / bulb...
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    Retro look for modern Chevrolet

    This isn't really related to the GMT400 series, but I thought it interesting anyway... I saw this truck in a parking lot today. It's a modern Chevy, but it's painted in a mid-70s scheme. Check out the "Cheyenne Super | 10" logo painted on the front fender and "BIG 10" on the rear. With a set...
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    Acquiring Arteb Brazil GMT400 headlight reflectors

    The Arteb headlight reflectors for the GMT400 models sold in Brazil (and perhaps Argentina?) have been discussed on WWW.GMT400 prior (search this site for "Arteb"). I've been working to acquire a set of these and it appears I'll have two pair coming my way later this month, one pair for my 1998...

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